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New Delhi: As India’s financial year 2024-2025 comes to a close, several major car manufacturers are bracing for a new era of pricing, with Maruti Suzuki, Mahindra, Hyundai, and others set to increase vehicle prices starting April 1, 2025. This move marks the latest in a series of price hikes as the industry grapples with rising input costs and inflationary pressures. Across the board, these price hikes are primarily driven by increasing operational and raw material costs. Maruti Suzuki leads the charge with a significant price increase of up to 4% across its popular models like the Baleno, Alto K10,…

New Delhi: In a daring move, Muhammad Yunus, the chief advisor to Bangladesh’s interim government, has ignited a firestorm with his recent remarks about India’s Northeastern states. During a trip to China, Yunus positioned Bangladesh as the guardian of the ocean for these landlocked Indian regions, sparking sharp reactions across the political spectrum in India. The comments, widely circulated on social media, have not only strained India-Bangladesh relations but also heightened concerns about China’s growing influence in the region. At the heart of the controversy is Yunus’s characterization of India’s Northeastern states, collectively known as the Seven Sisters, as a…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: Panaji Congress block today has submitted memorandum to IPSCDL CEO Sanjit Rodrigues questioning the failure to complete Smart City projects within the March 31 deadline. Expressing its strong resentment and absolute disgust over the never-ending, repeatedly missed deadlines for the completion of Smart City works, Congress said that these projects have not only failed to meet their promised timelines but have also exposed the utter incompetence, inefficiency, and corruption within the IPSCDL. “It is appalling that despite multiple assurances and commitments made before the High Court, IPSCDL has brazenly deceived the judiciary and the public by setting…

Team Goemkarponn PANAJI: For the last few days, the internet has been electric with excitement surrounding Ghibli-style AI art. Since OpenAI introduced its image generator in ChatGPT, people from all walks of life—celebrities, politicians, and everyday individuals alike—have engaged in this excitement by sharing AI-created images reminiscent of the renowned Ghibli filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki. The latest version enables users to convert their photos or even popular internet memes into breathtaking Ghibli-style illustrations. “Joining the AI-generated Ghibli trend is fun, but not all AI apps protect your privacy! Ghibli art is loved for its dreamy charm, but always think before uploading…

Team Goemkarponn CANACONA: The results of Canacona Shigmotsav floats parade held last week is finally out, with Kadokada Shigmosthav Mandal, Curchorem and Mahalaxmi Nagrik Samiti, Bhandora winning the top honours in the Romtamel category and Chitrarath Category, respectively. Canacona Shigmosthav Sammittee Working president Babesh Borker in a result made public on Monday, declared Mahalaxmi Nagrik Samiti, Bhandora has bagged the winners purse of Rs.45,000/- in the Chitrarath Category, while Adpai Yuvak Sangh bagged the second place carrying a purse of Rs.30,000/- and Jai Santoshi Maa Khorlim won the third place with a purse of Rs.25,000/-. Shivrai Yuvak MaNDAL-Kallem (20,000), Shree…

Team Goemkarponn MARGAO: The Konkan Railway Police confiscated 347.5 kg of questionable red meat, misrepresented as goat meat, valued at Rs. 1,04,250. The shipment, which was being transported from Belagavi to Margão on the Goa Express (Train No. 12780), was found abandoned near the Parcel Office. Veterinary and health officials have determined that the meat is not suitable for human consumption. A case has been initiated under the Goa Animal Preservation Act and Railway Act. Authorities are conducting an investigation to trace the source and reveal the specifics surrounding this illegal consignment. The seizure raises alarms about the illicit trade…

Team Goemkarponn CURCHOREM: A resident of Candolim was deceived out of Rs 2.6 lakh in an online scam after he installed an APK application, which was falsely claimed to be for customer support. Manuel Fernandes, who lives in Orda-Candolim, had sent his Yamaha motorcycle to a service center in Madhya Pradesh for repairs back in January. Once the repairs were finished, the motorcycle was shipped back to him through a courier service. However, what was supposed to be a straightforward delivery soon turned into an expensive nightmare. While trying to retrieve his motorcycle, Fernandes received a call from an unknown…